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Tam Hodge never thought she would write a book about her life, but ten years ago she was hit out of the blue with a conviction to share her story. Sadly, her story isn't much unlike many you've probably read before...Child abuse, an eating disorder, promiscuity, homeless teen, abortions, drugs, walking a dark road to nowhere. What you'll find different, however, is how Tam moved beyond the darkness of her story and forged through the pain of uncovering bad memories, forgiving both her abusers and herself, while discovering a deeper forgiveness that changed her on a soul level. As you journey with Tam you will experience an array of emotions as she takes your hand and invites you into the pages of her heart. You will be left in disbelief. You will laugh. You will cry. You will wonder how she managed to stay sane through it all. You will see how one courageous choice after another got Tam through it all. You will be left with an undeniable conviction within yourself that you, too, have the power to choose life to the fullest.

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About the Author

Born and raised in beautiful, sunny, Southern California, Tam never thought living somewhere other than near a beach was an option. As her teen years became more and more problematic she felt that leaving her surroundings would be the best decision. However, all she did was change her geographical location, she failed to change her choices that were causing the problems in the first place. Several years of poor decisions and risky moments that trapped her, holding her back in fear, makes the tale of her journey so beautiful. All those years have fashioned her story and created a heart in her to tell other women that they, too, have the power to choose life to the fullest. Tam currently lives in Franklin, TN with her husband Brent, of 23 years, and children Kassidi and Dakota, 20 & 18. Brent is the campus Pastor at Cross Point Church in Franklin, where they all serve together.

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What is a normal life? That is what I asked myself several times while I read this book. I had to take breaks just to take it all in. You will read the who, what, when, and where during her testimonial of her tainted childhood. Part 3 which I refer to the "HOW Chapters" was the most inspirational and most insightful portion of the book. I was speechless through this literary journey and without giving anything away I just feel the need to say how grateful I am that she had the courage to share her personal story. Tam is the epitome of how the grace of God can can give you the strength to choose life! I will be reading this book again starting tonight. It's unbelievable.

I found myself in tears before the first chapter was finished. How could God allow such tragedy is what runs through your head when you read such tragedy and pain....but God had his hand on Tammy from the beginning.

While you could easily get caught up in the story for story sake, Tammy makes it's about Jesus. What He did in her life and that even in the darkest hours He was there. Her story is one for anyone who has walked a path of pain, whether by the hand of someone else or their own choices and yet God has used in a marvelous way to being about Himself and healing in a way only He can do.

The second half of the book is full of applicable thoughts and words for anyone at any stage in life, not just for those who have suffered.

A reminder that God has chosen us and given us life and we too can choose life in spite of our past.

I have been a fan of Tam's for a long time (through social media outlets)! I was super excited about her new book and couldn't wait until I could buy it! While I may not have experienced all that she went through, there are some times in my own past that have effected me and I had to have my own moments of healing and forgiving. That is why I think this book would be such a great encouragement for everyone! Our stories may be different, but let her story and her words help you and encourage you. I also need to mention that the girl has a great sense of humor and it honestly felt like we were sitting at Starbucks just chatting about life while she poured her heart out. Great job Tam!!!

The first time I sat down to read this book, my intention was to read just a few chapters to start and then go be productive. But I finished the whole book in just a couple of hours. I didn't ever reach a point where I wanted to put it down. Tam writes about her journey with such honesty and humor. Her story will leave you inspired, it'll make you laugh, and it'll give you a lot to think about. But most importantly it'll remind you that you that just because you may have made mistakes in the past, it doesn't mean you aren't loved and that those mistakes don't make you an less valuable. There are not enough words for how much encouragement I got from reading "And Now I Choose". And who doesn't need some encouragement from time to time?

"Do not give up. Do not think for one second that your hurts, regrets, fears, and scars are for nothing."

I could have written this book because I experienced some of the things she did. I am glad she wrote it, though. There are so many women out there that think because they have sinned or done that one thing they said they would never do that their life is over. With Jesus, life can be new again. You can start new. This is a great read for someone who is a newly convert to Christianity, or someone who was raised in a Christian home all their life and know no nothing else. Very down to earth and true to current issues afflicting women today like abortion, infertility, adultery, sexual trauma and more.

Tam Hodge writes about her painful childhood and adolescent past, and how she was able to overcome it by choosing forgiveness and Jesus. She was able to break the cycle of abuse so that her own family would not bear such a painful legacy. This is a great book with a powerful testimony; especially for women who have made the painful decision in the past to have an abortion. Tam shows how God offers mercy and grace to all women, no matter what their past may be...

For those of us who are struggling with a abusive past, it is an inspiration and a lifeline to see the redemption in another survivors story. This book provided this truth to me. I could not put the book down and devoured it in a day. Reading the book felt like sitting across the table from Tam Hodge. Her use of humor brought home her story in a real way. This book gives real life applications to those of us wanting to move forward and how to get started in that direction. I would highly recommend this book to survivors and family/friends of a survivor. It shows the real side of abuse and what it does to a person. It also shows the results of Tam choosing to enter into a trusting relationship with God to move forward and put her faith and trust in something bigger than herself and her past.

It takes incredible courage to speak about the deep wounds of sexual, physical, emotional, and verbal abuse. Tam Hodge shares her story in way that you can't help but devour the words written and be inspired by the hope her story offers us today. You will read this book and admire her courage and thank her for sharing her story. It will challenge you to choose... Will you let your past hurts and hang ups continue to derail your future? Or... Like Tam, will you choose courage, accept amazing Grace, and pursue healing and forgiving?